Job Description
Join Quantum Financial Technologies' elite trading platform team in Austin! We're seeking a passionate Senior Software Engineer to design and implement high-performance systems for equity options trading. Work alongside PhD quants and veteran traders to build the next generation of algorithmic trading infrastructure.
Our Austin hub offers cutting-edge tech, competitive compensation, and unparalleled opportunities to shape the future of fintech. Enjoy hybrid flexibility, comprehensive benefits, and a culture where innovation thrives.
Responsibilities
- Develop low-latency trading systems for equity options pricing and execution
- Collaborate with quantitative researchers to implement complex financial models
- Optimize C++ and Python code for microsecond-level performance
- Design resilient distributed systems handling 10K+ transactions/second
- Lead technical initiatives for options risk management platforms
- Mentor junior engineers and drive best practices in CI/CD
Qualifications
- 5+ years experience in high-frequency trading or fintech
- Expertise in C++ and Python with multithreading mastery
- Deep understanding of options pricing models (Black-Scholes, Binomial)
- Proficiency in Linux kernel optimization and network programming
- Experience with FIX protocol and market data feeds
- Bachelor's in CS/Engineering or equivalent practical expertise